I find it interesting that there is an inherent duality within the Bitcoin concept.
On the one hand, Bitcoin seems to appeal to hardcore libertarians because of its decentralized nature. Let's do away with the state and any centralized control because it's only in the way of the free market.
On the other hand, Bitcoin is open source software and community-driven, and we all know that open source is communism.
Also learning from the discussions going on, Resource Based Economy advocates surely do embrace a global collaborative approach in further developing technology.
So are there any Zen Buddhists around that can further elaborate on this duality and what it means for the future of Bitcoin?
PS: I believe we need a Philosophy subforum.
On the one hand, Bitcoin seems to appeal to hardcore libertarians because of its decentralized nature. Let's do away with the state and any centralized control because it's only in the way of the free market.
On the other hand, Bitcoin is open source software and community-driven, and we all know that open source is communism.
Also learning from the discussions going on, Resource Based Economy advocates surely do embrace a global collaborative approach in further developing technology.So are there any Zen Buddhists around that can further elaborate on this duality and what it means for the future of Bitcoin?
PS: I believe we need a Philosophy subforum.